Dental Assistant

Elite Dental Partners; City of Johnstown (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long- …

Flex spending accounts

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Employee Referral Program Bonuses

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

401k

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Elite Dental Partners is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists with chair-side assistance, patient education, and operatory setup and cleanup. The role focuses on delivering an exceptional patient experience throughout every visit.

Responsibilities include taking and processing X-rays, entering treatment plans, maintaining files, and completing sterilization of equipment and operatories, while educating patients on oral health best practices.

Qualifications

• Completion of a dental assisting program and state-board certification as required.
• Radiology certification required for compliance with the State Dental Board.
• Dental assisting experience preferred.
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and dental software. Dentrix experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists by charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up.
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment.
• Take and process X-Rays.
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files.
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories.
• Educate patients on the importance of their oral health and how it is best maintained.

Skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Dental software

Education

Dental assisting program

Radiology certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

A team that is aligned and patient-focused creates a great environment for patients, and for you as a member of the team. This is what we strive to be and who we want to join us in providing the best care possible for patients to help our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence.

We are seeking a Dental Assistant that shares our passion for patient care and education, as well as creating a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists by charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment
• Take and process X-Rays
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories
• Educate patients on the importance of their oral health and how it is best maintained

Qualifications

• Completion of a dental assisting program, certification as required by the State Dental Board
• Radiology certification required to be compliant with the State Dental Board
• Dental assisting experience preferred
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with a dental software, experience with Dentrix preferred
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to partnering with all team members to create a great environment

Benefits

As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a rewarding career with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for full-time Dental Assistants include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program Bonuses
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• 401k
• Career Growth Opportunities

An equal opportunity employer and an advocate for diversity and inclusion

Hourly rate

$20—$24 USD

We take great pride in helping our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence. Daily, we are driven by our vision to provide an elite patient experience tailored to their needs to receive the best care possible.

Not only do our team members find it rewarding to help patients be healthier, but they also enjoy being part of an organization that supports their growth. Our commitment to professional development and promoting internally when appropriate allows for tremendous career opportunities.